Exploring the Role of AI in Education: Seminar Demonstrates Classroom Impact

On February 15, 2025, Asst. Lecturer Hamin Dizaye from the Department of Accounting delivered a seminar titled “Practical Applications of Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom.” The session explored how AI tools, when introduced with structured guidance, can significantly improve student performance and engagement.

A Comparative Classroom Study

Drawing from a comparative investigation within two accounting classes at CUE, Hamin shared how one group of students was trained to use AI tools—such as content generators and visual design platforms—for academic presentations.

The second group, taught through traditional methods, did not receive AI support.The results were clear: students using AI under supervision demonstrated higher-quality work, greater creativity, and stronger engagement with course content.

“This isn’t about replacing learning, it’s about enhancing it—using AI to support student thinking, not to do it for them.”

 Asst. Lecturer Hamin Dizaye, the Catholic University in Erbil

Key Takeaways

• AI can support—not replace—academic effort, especially when guided by educators.
  
• Structured AI training improves student outcomes in presentation quality and collaboration.
  
• Educators play a key role in shaping responsible, ethical use of AI in the classroom.

Looking Ahead

The seminar emphasized that AI, when introduced thoughtfully, can be a powerful tool for classroom innovation and student empowerment. As CUE continues to integrate digital literacy into its academic model, sessions like this encourage both faculty and students to explore emerging technologies with purpose and responsibility.